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Uttarakhand Court Dismisses POCSO Case, Citing 'Love, Not Lust'; Victim Desires to Live with Accused
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Uttarakhand HC Quashes POCSO Case: 'Offence Out of Love, Not Lust'
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25-02-2026, 07:46
Uttarakhand HC Quashes POCSO Case: 'Offence Out of Love, Not Lust'
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Uttarakhand High Court dismissed a POCSO case, noting the accused and complainant are now married with a child.
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The accused sought quashing of proceedings after a compromise and solemnization of marriage.
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The woman, now a major, expressed her desire to live peacefully with her husband.
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Justice Alok Mehr emphasized a practical and compassionate approach, stating continued trial would disrupt the family.
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The court observed the offense arose from love, not lust, and quashed proceedings to secure justice.
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